Richemont Electroplating (Galvanoplasty) Technician
- Location
- Le SentierVaudSwitzerland
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Industry
- Fine Watches & Horology
- Posted
- May 22, 2026
About Richemont
Richemont is a Switzerland-based luxury goods holding whose maisons specialise in high-end watches, jewellery and accessories. The group is recognised for artisanal ateliers, precision manufacturing and a portfolio of heritage brands; as an employer it emphasises craftsmanship, technical excellence and long-term development of specialist skills within regulated production environments.
Richemont — Le Sentier: Electroplating (Galvanoplasty) Technician role in precision watch/jewellery manufacture at Richemont's Le Sentier site.
Role & Responsibilities
- Operate and monitor galvanic/electroplating lines for precious metals (gold, rhodium, etc.), ensuring process parameters (current density, temperature, time) are maintained to specification.
- Prepare, analyse and replenish plating baths and chemical solutions; perform routine titrations and record bath chemistry data according to shopfloor procedures.
- Inspect plated components for surface quality, adhesion and thickness; document non-conformities and initiate corrective actions with production and quality teams.
- Set up fixtures and jigs for small-series precision parts, load/unload components with meticulous handling to avoid contamination or damage.
- Perform preventive maintenance and basic troubleshooting of plating equipment, pumps and rectifiers; liaise with maintenance for complex repairs.
- Adhere strictly to health, safety and environmental rules for chemical handling, waste segregation and disposal; maintain accurate batch and traceability records.
- Work within defined SOPs and participate in continuous improvement initiatives to optimise yield, reduce rework and improve environmental performance.
- Support cross-functional teams (quality control, production planning, finishing) to meet delivery schedules and product specifications.
Qualifications
- Vocational diploma or equivalent in chemical technology, metallurgy, electrochemistry, precision manufacturing or a related technical discipline.
- Formal training or certification in chemical safety and handling, or equivalent workplace health & safety training.
- Proven experience in galvanic processes, electroplating or surface treatment within watchmaking, jewellery or precision metal production.
- Strong understanding of process control, quality assurance methods and traceability in regulated manufacturing.
Skills
Experience
Typically requires 2+ years of hands-on experience in electroplating or surface-treatment operations, preferably within watches, jewellery or other high-precision, small-series metal production environments.
Education
Vocational diploma (e.g., technician in chemistry, metallurgy, watchmaking apprenticeship) or equivalent technical qualification.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Le Sentier, Vaud, Switzerland, with easy access to Lausanne.
Culture
The workplace reflects Richemont's commitment to artisanal excellence and precision manufacturing; teams combine traditional craft skills with modern process control. The environment values meticulousness, collaboration across ateliers and continuous skills development within a heritage-driven luxury ecosystem.
About Cerulean
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Frequently Asked Questions
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